A PennDOT Agent is an individual or business authorized by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) to handle various vehicle-related services, such as title transfers, vehicle registrations, and issuing license plates. These agents act as intermediaries between the public and PennDOT to facilitate transactions that would otherwise require a visit to a state office.
Types of PennDOT Agents:
- Full Agents – Can process title transfers, registrations, issue plates, and handle other related services.
- Card Agents – Only handle issuing vehicle registration cards and license plates.
- Messenger Services – Act as a courier to submit documents to PennDOT on behalf of customers.
- Online Agents – Have access to PennDOT’s online system to process transactions instantly.
Common Services Offered by PennDOT Agents:
- Vehicle title transfers (e.g., when buying/selling a car)
- Issuing temporary registration plates
- Vehicle registration renewals
- Driver’s license and ID services
- Notary services for vehicle-related documents